Prevent opioid misuse

Learn the latest best practices for opioid prescribing and monitoring.

Help tackle the opioid crisis

As a prescriber of medications, use these resources to learn how you can reduce opioid misuse, educate patients about the addictive qualities and prevent prescription opioid diversion.

Acute pain management guideline

Download the new acute pediatric pain management guideline and chairside guides.

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Opioid education

Learn how to combat opioid abuse with our series of webinars and resources.

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Chairside discussions (PDF)

How to discuss pain medication options with your patients.

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Chairside checklist (PDF)

Printable checklist to share with patients about their pain management plan.

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If Prescribed an Opioid

Information for patients to learn the risks and find resources and support.

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Dental drug handbook

Quick reference with concise, current information about drugs prescribed by dentists.

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SUD in Patients

Resources to identify and support patients with substance use disorders.

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DEA Registration

MATE Act and DEA guidelines for prescribing controlled substances.

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Opioid Misuse resources

How to use opioids safely and reduce risk of harm.

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DEA Opioid Prescribing Webinars

Meet your CE hours under the Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) Act with help from these ADA courses in collaboration with the DEA.

Understanding Drug Trends

Part 1: Get an overview of the opioid crisis in the U.S. and current drugs of concern.

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System of Distribution

Part 2: Understand DEA record keeping regulations, inspections and sanctions.

Webinar

Prescriber Best Practices

Part 3: Learn what the DEA expects when prescribing controlled substances.

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